Follicular lymphoma
Description
A slow-growing type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Overview
Follicular lymphoma is a slow-growing form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma. It is a cancer of the body's disease-fighting system, called the lymphatic system.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include swollen lymph nodes in the armpits, groin or neck. Other symptoms may be fever, belly or chest pain, and feeling very tired.
Treatments
Treatment may not be needed for patients without symptoms. Treatments may include radiation, chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
